Plastic pistols are nothing new—the first was made by Heckler & Koch in the 1970s—and you’d be right to say there’s a glut of them on the market. Just because there are a lot of options doesn’t mean they’re all the same, though. It’s even become increasingly common for polymer pistols to be sub-$500 guns—new. [...]
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Home Defense 101: How to Choose a Rifle
Published: April 6, 2025 { 9 comments }Estimated reading time: 8 minutes There was a time when shotguns were considered the end-all, be-all of home defense, but the gun world’s moved on. That doesn’t mean there’s not a good place for your 12-gauge anymore, just that horizons have broadened to include handguns and AR-15s. When it comes to defending your castle, it’s [...]
Muzzleloaders: Still a Thing?
Published: December 2, 2024 { 2 comments }Is there still a place in today’s modern tech for muzzleloaders? We think so, and we’re going to tell you why.
Calling All Coyotes: MFK Game Calls
Published: January 4, 2021 { 1 comment }If you’re a hardcore coyote hunter odds are you don’t just use e-callers. They’re a tried-and-true method for creating awesomely realistic sounds in real-time. You can even mix it up by using e-callers and diaphragm calls together. Interested? Then you should check out MFK Game Calls.
Review: Kenetrek Boots
Published: November 29, 2020 { 2 comments }Your feet matter. There’s no reason to go through a hunt miserable from foot pain or to risk infection or injury. Invest in Kenetreks and you’ll not only be a happier hunter but your feet will thank you.
Top 5 Deer Rifle Slings
Published: November 1, 2020 { 2 comments }If you’ve ever been on a spot-and-stalk or a long hunt toting a rifle without a sling you have probably found yourself realizing just how useful they can be. Check out our top five deer rifle sling picks.
Review: Alps Outdoorz Commander Pack+
Published: July 6, 2020 { 0 comments }Highly recommend this pack for any outdoorsman in need of a tough, well-made pack from a respected manufacturer.
How-To: Building an IFAK
Published: May 31, 2020 { 4 comments }If there ever was a wildly underutilized and misunderstood piece of gear in the gun world it’s probably the Individual First Aid Kit, IFAK. If you can start a bleed you should be able to stop one.
Frangible Ammo for the Win
Published: May 24, 2020 { 28 comments }There are so many myths and rumors out there about frangible ammunition it can be hard to keep track. Not only can frangibles be used for hunting and self-defense, they should be. Keep reading to find out the hows and whys of the modern frangible bullet.
Top 5 Gun Belt (Manufacturers)
Published: April 19, 2020 { 37 comments }Gun belts just might be one of the most overlooked and neglected pieces of gear among gun owners. So, which gun belts are the current frontrunners – and why? Read on to find out which manufacturers are leading the pack and what belts they make that might best fit your needs.